Art & Design Director Wanted...

uberwolf

Below is the text of an advert for a p/t job which I'm posting on behalf of a friend of mine. I thought this place would be the best bet to stick it in. Its paid per issue, with an issue every fortnight. Suit a college student most likely as you won't make a living off the pay. You can PM me or get in touch with the paper directly for more info.

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THE UNIVERSITY OBSERVER
Art & Design Director

Applications are invited for the position of Art and Design Director of The University Observer for the academic year 2004/2005.

The Position
The Art and Design Director will be responsible for the design and layout of the newspaper, working in conjunction with the editors and contributors. The position will require work at the weekend, whilst working hours during the week are flexible. Although the work is highly demanding, it is also highly rewarding. The successful candidate would be expected to strive constantly to improve the overall design of the newspaper. The University Observer’s design was honoured at this year’s Student Media awards when it was voted Best Designed Paper. The designer is not responsible for any content, rather for its presentation. The designer is to report to the Editor and Deputy Editor.

The Candidate
The successful applicant will have good computer skills and be proficient in Quark Xpress and Adobe Photoshop. A good working knowledge of Apple Macintoshes is essential. A personal interest in graphic design and typography would be an advantage. The candidate should possess the ability to meet tight deadlines and manage a large workload. The candidate must also have the ability to meet technical guidelines from printers and have a basic knowledge of the four colour printing process.

Remuneration
The successful applicant will receive €400 per issue. The designer should also leave with a strong portfolio.

Application Procedure
Applications should be sent to the following address:

The Editor
The University Observer
Student Centre
University College Dublin, Belfield
Dublin 4

Applicants with further queries should contact the newspaper at 01 716 3120.
Short-listed candidates will be called for an interview, where they will be expected to present a portfolio of work on request.

Canvassing members of the interview panel will lead to an automatic disqualification.
No formal training is offered to successful candidates.

Deadline for applications is 5pm, 6 August 2004.

DadaKopf

I'd love to go for it just for the dosh but then I'd be betraying the College Tribune. Woe is me. I'm glad they haven't found anyone to replace last year's designer and that last one was well due to be replaced - the design was apalling!